Frequently Asked Questions

Generally, evidence obtained via ARIN-CARIB request is for intelligence purposes only. Where however local and/or foreign law allow for the admissibility of informally requested information, such information may be used in court.

Presently, the network allows room for requests beyond asset recovery. This normally extends to requests pertaining to the investigation of financial crimes and terrorist financing.  Where matter fall totally outside that scope, ARIN-CARIB points of contact are happy to refer person to the correct agencies.

Simple, first identify the country from who you require assistance, secondly state the type of assistance required (legal or investigation), thirdly request the contact details for the point of contact in that country from the secretariat, fourthly one the point of contact is identified, make direct contact with that person and inform the secretariat of the date, time, point of contact, nature of request and urgency.

Make that request through the ARIN-CARIB secretariat who will make contact with the other ARIN.

The secretariat can provide some assistance, however where this information is not available, direct contact can be facilitated with the receiving country via the secretariat.